My Shows
News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

SANTA BARBARA THEATRE NEWSROOM

The latest news on live theatre in Santa Barbara from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.
Santa Barbara Theatre News Alerts
Get the latest news & discounts for Santa Barbara theatre.
EVERY BRILLIANT THING Will Come to the New Vic Theatre

EVERY BRILLIANT THING Will Come to the New Vic Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 6, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will present EVERY BRILLIANT THING, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe and directed by Jenny Sullivan, starring Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper at the New Vic Theatre.
Contest: Win Tickets to See PURPOSE at La Jolla Playhouse

Contest: Win Tickets to See PURPOSE at La Jolla Playhouse

by Michael Major — April 27, 2026
Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to most awarded play of 2025, Purpose, by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.
Kandis Chappell to Star in ELEANOR at Rubicon Theatre Company

Kandis Chappell to Star in ELEANOR at Rubicon Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — April 22, 2026
Rubicon Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for Eleanor, a tour-de-force solo performance about the remarkable First Lady whose legacy continues to inspire the world.
Camerata Pacifica Will Perform CA Premiere of Shostakovich's 15th Symphony Arrangemen

Camerata Pacifica Will Perform CA Premiere of Shostakovich's 15th Symphony Arrangement

by BWW News Desk — April 15, 2026
Camerata Pacifica will present the California premiere of Shostakovich's SYMPHONY NO.
COME FROM AWAY Will Come to PCPA

COME FROM AWAY Will Come to PCPA

by BWW News Desk — April 13, 2026
PCPA will stage the Tony Award-winning musical COME FROM AWAY, based on the true story of Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001, running April 23–May 10 at Marian Theatre and June 11–27 at Solvang Festival Theater.
Previews: ASSASSINS at Out Of The Box At Center Stage

Previews: ASSASSINS at Out Of The Box At Center Stage

by Anna Jensen — April 10, 2026
Out of the Box Theatre Company’s upcoming production of Stephen Sondheim’s “Assassins” opens at Center Stage this Friday night.
BLUE MAN GROUP Will Come to Santa Barbara in May

BLUE MAN GROUP Will Come to Santa Barbara in May

by BWW News Desk — April 10, 2026
The American Theatre Guild will present the engagement of the global smash hit BLUE MAN GROUP.
HADESTOWN Will Come to Santa Barbara This Month

HADESTOWN Will Come to Santa Barbara This Month

by BWW News Desk — April 10, 2026
The American Theatre Guild will present HADESTOWN, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album.
New World Symphony Unveils 2026–27 Season With Immersive And Multimedia Programming

New World Symphony Unveils 2026–27 Season With Immersive And Multimedia Programming

by BWW News Desk — April 8, 2026
New World Symphony has announced its 2026–27 season under Stéphane Denève.
Youthclusive Will Present SING YOUR DREAM at SOhO in April 2026

Youthclusive Will Present SING YOUR DREAM at SOhO in April 2026

by BWW News Desk — April 3, 2026
Youthclusive will present SING YOUR DREAM! on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club.
Photos: Mary Bridget Davies and More in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at ETC

Photos: Mary Bridget Davies and More in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at ETC

by BWW News Desk — April 2, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara is continuing its 47th season A Night With Janis Joplin, created and written by Randy Johnson, and starring Tony nominee Mary Bridget Davies in her portrayal of Janis Joplin.
RENT, BUYER & CELLAR and More Set for Ensemble Theatre Company 26-27 Season

RENT, BUYER & CELLAR and More Set for Ensemble Theatre Company 26-27 Season

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Company has unveiled its 2026-27 48th Season, “California: Here and Now,” spans solo comedy, rock musical, world premiere musical, noir thriller, and explosive American drama.
Photos: UNNECESSARY FARCE Closes SBCC Theatre Group 80th Season

Photos: UNNECESSARY FARCE Closes SBCC Theatre Group 80th Season

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2026
The Theatre Group at SBCC will present UNNECESSARY FARCE by Paul Slade Smith.
Artistic Director/Dean Mark Booher to Retire From PCPA After 27 years of Leadership

Artistic Director/Dean Mark Booher to Retire From PCPA After 27 years of Leadership

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2026
Pacific Conservatory Theatre has announced that Mark Booher, Artistic Director/Dean, will retire from his leadership role in December 2026, concluding his 27-year tenure.
Gilles Vonsattel to Perform Beethoven Sonatas in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara

Gilles Vonsattel to Perform Beethoven Sonatas in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara

by BWW News Desk — March 25, 2026
Camerata Pacifica will present Gilles Vonsattel in a recital of three Beethoven piano sonatas on April 10 in Santa Barbara and April 12 in Los Angeles.
SBCC Theatre Group to Close 80th Season with UNNECESSARY FARCE

SBCC Theatre Group to Close 80th Season with UNNECESSARY FARCE

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2026
The Theatre Group at SBCC will finish its 80th season with the hilarious comedy UNNECESSARY FARCE by Paul Slade Smith, directed by Sara Rademacher, April 15-May 2, 2026 in the intimate Jurkowitz Theatre.
PILOBOLUS: OTHER WORLDS COLLECTION Takes The Granada Theatre Stage

PILOBOLUS: OTHER WORLDS COLLECTION Takes The Granada Theatre Stage

by BWW News Desk — March 4, 2026
The American Theatre Guild will welcome the world-renowned dance theater company PILOBOLUS.
Camerata Pacifica Continues BEETHOVEN 32 With Solo Recital By Gilles Vonsattel

Camerata Pacifica Continues BEETHOVEN 32 With Solo Recital By Gilles Vonsattel

by BWW News Desk — March 2, 2026
Camerata Pacifica continues its three-year “Beethoven 32” initiative with a solo recital by Principal Piano Gilles Vonsattel devoted to Ludwig van Beethoven’s piano sonatas.
Mary Bridget Davies Stars in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at New Vic Theatre

Mary Bridget Davies Stars in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at New Vic Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 26, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will present A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at the New Vic Theatre, starring Tony nominee Mary Bridget Davies.
Ensemble Theatre Company to Present Hershey Felder in THE PIANO & ME

Ensemble Theatre Company to Present Hershey Felder in THE PIANO & ME

by BWW News Desk — February 24, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara and HFP Live will present pianist/actor/playwright/producer present the Southern California premiere of Hershey Felder starring in a new play, The Piano & Me.
The Theatre Group at SBCC to Stage A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS in March 2026

The Theatre Group at SBCC to Stage A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS in March 2026

by BWW News Desk — February 19, 2026
The Theatre Group at SBCC will present A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS from March 4-21, 2026, at the Garvin Theatre.
Los Angeles Master Chorale Reveals Grant Gershon’s 25th Anniversary 2026/27 Season

Los Angeles Master Chorale Reveals Grant Gershon’s 25th Anniversary 2026/27 Season

by BWW News Desk — February 18, 2026
The Los Angeles Master Chorale will mark Grant Gershon's 25th anniversary as artistic director with a special 2026/27 season featuring collaborations with global artists and a lineup of classical masterworks.
PCPA Will Present MEASURE FOR MEASURE This Spring

PCPA Will Present MEASURE FOR MEASURE This Spring

by BWW News Desk — February 11, 2026
PCPA will bring Shakespeare's most provocative and morally complex play, Measure for Measure, to the Severson Theatre February 26 through March 15, 2026.
The Theatre Group At SBCC To Continue 80th Season With A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS

The Theatre Group At SBCC To Continue 80th Season With A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS

by BWW News Desk — January 30, 2026
The Theatre Group at SBCC will present A Small Family Business by Alan Ayckbourn in March 2026.
Next »
Page 1

Videos


The Lehman Trilogy in Santa Barbara The Lehman Trilogy
Rubicon Theatre Company (3/24-4/11)
Urinetown in Santa Barbara Urinetown
Santa Maria Civic Theater (5/15-5/31)
The Blenders: Swing Music and Dancing in Santa Barbara The Blenders: Swing Music and Dancing
The California Theatre of Santa Rosa (5/24-5/24)
Every Brilliant Thing in Santa Barbara Every Brilliant Thing
Ensemble Theatre Company (6/03-6/21)
Murder For Two in Santa Barbara Murder For Two
Rubicon Theatre Company (5/12-5/30)
Forbidden Kiss LIVE - California Pride in Santa Barbara Forbidden Kiss LIVE - California Pride
The California Theatre of Santa Rosa (6/12-6/12)
Eleanor in Santa Barbara Eleanor
Rubicon Theatre Company (5/13-5/31)
New Works for the Stage:  4 days. 4 plays. 4 free in Santa Barbara New Works for the Stage: 4 days. 4 plays. 4 free
New Art City Theatre (6/18-6/21)
The Lifespan of a Fact  in Santa Barbara The Lifespan of a Fact
San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre (5/01-5/17)
Soul Fuse in Santa Barbara Soul Fuse
The California Theatre of Santa Rosa (5/16-5/16)